Worthy Art Studio

     The concept for the name "Worthy Art" is my response to a frequently asked question by many of my students - "is my work good enough?"  Of course my reply is that everything we do in my class is worthy - worthy of exhibition, worthy of presentation, worthy of publication, etc.   Hence the prefix for the naming of the classes offered, for example, "Worthy of Fridge Magnets" is a children's art class, "Worthy of  Wall Space" is an adult drawing and painting class.   As well as striving for technical excellence,  the atmosphere in my class is supportive, non-judgmental and fun.  The name inspires a positive outlook.

     All classes include a demonstration, personal  one - to -one guidance, and a class critique. I strongly believe in "walking the talk" and never ask students to do something that I personally cannot do.  All classes have an academic base and in  some cases are consistent with under-graduate degree programs.   

     The name "Worthy Art" also applies to my own work in illustration, design and painting. The positive attribute of the name lends credibility to many years of hands on experience in  the "industry" illustrating and teaching.

Demonstration: The Old Farm House, 9"x12" acrylic 

Art Classes

Exciting New Winter 2010 Program

Worthy of Wallspace.  Observational drawing.  $157.50  6 week duration

Monday  Jan. 11 - Feb. 15 evenings. 7 - 9:30 pm.  Beginners and Intermediate.                    Enhance your drawing skills by developing  your hand/eye coordination through exercises designed to stimulate new ways of  seeing.  Study of light and shade, reflection, composition, proportion and perspective in a variety of media.  One session working from a life model and introduction to sculpture as a means of anatomy study.

Worthy of Van Gogh.  Acrylic and Oil Painting.  $157.50  6 week duration.

Tuesday Jan. 12 - Feb.16 evenings. 7 - 9:30 pm.  Beginners and Intermediate.    Achieve painting success by learning how to mix colours and apply paint in a variety of techniques.  Develop harmony,  expression, confident hand.   Landscape, still life and photo reference.  Also Wed. Jan.13 - Feb. 17 afternoons 1:00 - 3:30 pm.    

Worthy of Turner. Watercolour.  $ 157.50   6 week duration. 

Wed. Jan. 13 - Feb. 17 evenings. 7 - 9:30 pm.  All levels.  Experience watercolour painting in all its spontaneous glory.  Compare conventional principles  and experimental explorations to stimulate new ways of seeing.  Bring your brushes and an adventurous spirit!

Worthy of Fridge Magnets.  Children's art.  Ages 8-14.  $94.50  6 week duration.

Friday Jan. 15 - Feb. 19   5 - 6:30.  evenings.  All levels.  Includes all materials.  Experiment and have fun exploring drawing, painting and sculpting.  Develop self expression and confidence in a non judgmental, supportive environment. 

Worthy of Presentation.   Portfolio development.    $126.00.                                 All levels.    6 week duration.

Saturday Jan. 16 - Feb. 20.   10 - 12:30 am. mornings.   Individual assessment and guidance to achieve your goals.  Observational drawing and figure drawing to enhance content. Refinement of existing work.  Learn to develop individual  identity with focused resumé, content, presentation, promotional techniques.

NEW PROGRAMS FOR June & July

Worthy of Wallspace
Monday June 15 - July 20.  7 - 9:30 evenings.  Beginners and intermediate.    Observational drawing.   $157.50                                                                          Enhance your drawing skills by developing your hand/eye coordination through exercises designed to stimulate new ways of seeing.  Study light and shade, composition, proportion, perspective.  Includes one session working from a life model and introduction to sculpture as a means of studying anatomy.

Worthy of Van Gogh                                                                                                   Tuesday June 16 - July 21.  7 - 9:30 evenings.  Beginner and intermediate.                    Acrylic and oil painting.  $157.50                                                                                   Learn to paint effectively  by learning how to mix cololurs and how to apply paint to achieve depth, perspective and harmony. Develop self-expression.  Landscape, still life and photo reference.                                

Worthy of John Singer-Sargeant 
Thursday June 18 - July 23.  1 - 3:30 pm afternoon.  Beginner & Intermediate.          Portraiture.  $157.50                                                                                                 Study the anatomy of facial features to create expressive portraits  in pastels, watercolour, acrylic  and oils.  Drapery study teaches you how to draw convincing folds in clothing. Includes one session working from a life model.  Photo reference.

Worthy of Fridge Magnets                                                                                           Monday July 20 - Friday July 24.  9:30-12 noon.  Beginner, intermediate, advanced.        Kid's Summer Art Camp.  $78.75    Ages 8 - 12 & 13 - 17.                                    Experiment and have fun exploring possibilities in drawing, painting and sculpting.   All media and supplies included.  Develop self-expression and confidence in a non-judgmental, supportive environment.                 

Worthy of a Tune-Up
Monday July 27 - Friday July 31  1 - 3:30 pm.  Beginner, intermediate, advanced.                   Adult Summer Art Camp. $131.25                                                                                   A great way to celebrate summer vacation.   Take time out to rejuvenate your skills and inspire new ways of seeing in this focused series of classes.  Includes painting and sketching on location sites as well as working in a beautiful, luxurious studio.  Some of the subjects include abandoned farmhouses (some are rumoured to be haunted!) and surrounding country side.  Bring your brushes and an adventurous spirit. 

Payable by cash and cheque.  10% Senior's discount.                                                       Please register 1 week in advance to guarantee space.

                                                                                                                             MARCH BREAK!

Worthy of Fridge Magnets - Art Lessons with your Child.

Adults and children.  Wed. March 18 and Thurs. March 19.  10 - 12:30.  $25.00 per class  (supplies included), add $10.00 for additional child.  If you are an adult beginner, it's never too late to learn to draw and paint.  Spend quality time with your child this March Break.  Even if you are an experienced artist, share your love for art with your child.  All levels are welcome in a supportive, non-judgmental environment.

4 WORKSHOP DATES HAVE JUST BEEN ADDED

Worthy Of Presentation                                                                                               Sat. Feb. 21 & Sun. Feb.22.   10am - 4 pm.  $105.   Portfolio Development.  Intermediate and Advanced level.  For students who missed this series in January, it's not too late to spruce up your portfolio for upcoming presentations and interviews.  Taught by Helen Marioncu, currently teaching Portfolio development at Humber College.  Former instructor at  OCAD and Georgian College.  (Private consultation also available - please inquire).

 
Worthy of DaVinci.  UPDATE   1 Day only for $55. model fee included!                   Sun. March 01.   10am - 4 pm.   Figure drawing / life studies.  Adventurous Beginner and Intermediate level.  Conte, pastel, watercolour.  Learn to draw expressively from a life model.  Gesture, contour, memory drawing, sustained studies.                                                           Please sign up by Wed. Feb. 25 to reserve your space.

                    
Worthy of DaVinci II.  UPDATE 1 Day only for half price $70. model fee included     Sun. March 08.   10am - 4pm.  Costume model drawing and painting.  Adventurous Beginner and Intermediate level.  Learn to draw and paint convincing figures and drapery, models dressed in lavish costumes with pastels, oils and acrylics.                
Please sign up by Wed. March 04 to reserve your space.

Worthy of Turner                                                                                                             Sat. March 14 & Sun. March 15.  10am-4pm.  $110.   Watercolour Painting.              Beginner & Intermediate  level.  Compare traditional and experimental techniques designed to stimulate new ways of seeing.  A fun and encouraging introduction for beginners and an inspiration for intermediates who need to loosen up and find self expression.

Program Schedule Winter 2009. 

Worthy of Van Gogh
Mon. Jan. 12 - Feb.16  Afternoon 1 - 3:30 pm. Oils & Acrylic Painting: Adventurous Beginner and Intermediate.  $157.50 

Worthy of Presentation                                                                                               Tues. Jan. 13 - Feb. 17  Evenings 7 - 9:30 pm.  Portfolio Development: Intermediate and Advanced.  $157.50

Worthy of Fridge Magnets                                                                                          Wed. Jan. 14 - Feb. 18 Evenings 5 - 6 pm. Children's Art: Beginner and Intermediate       ages 8 - 14.  $94.50

Worthy of the Group of Seven                                                                                       Thurs. Jan. 15 - Feb. 19 Afternoon 1 - 3:30 pm. Landscapes: Adventurous Beginner and Intermediate.  $157.50

Worthy of Picasso                                                                                                          Fri. Jan. 16 - Feb. 20 Mornings 10 - 12:30 am. Beyond Realism: Adventurous Beginner and Intermediate.  $157.50 

Worthy of Fridge Magnets II                                                                                       Sat. Jan. 10 - Feb. 14 Mornings 10 - 11:30 am. Children's art: Beginner and Intermediate ages 8 - 14.  $126.00 

Worthy of Wall Space                                                                                                  Sat. Jan. 10 - Feb.14 Afternoon 1-3:30 pm. Observational Drawing and Painting: Beginner and Intermediate.  $157.50

Fall 2008 Workshops 

Workshops.  A great way to get acquainted and try out a class.  For the intermediate  student or adventurous beginner.   

October 18 &19.  Worthy of the Group of Seven. Location Painting.  9:30am - 4:00 pm  All media, but acrylic paint is recommended.  $120.   10% senior discount

Develop your eye by challenging your observational skills sketching and painting  on location.

Saturday we'll venture out into the beautiful fall landscape of Tecumseth township gathering visual reference.  On Sunday we'll perfect  our masterpiece in the studio.  Take home a painting that would make Tom Thompson smile.  In-class demonstrations, lectures and individual guidance.  

10% senior's discount applies.
No refunds after the second class.                                                                                 Materials not included for adult classes.  Children's art includes materials.                          GST included for all classes.   BN#127565497 RT0001

Payment accepted by cash, cheque and Visa.  Please make cheques payable to:               Helen Marioncu Illustrations